Computer Aided Design Drafter
Edge Staffing4 months ago
Boston, MA, United States
On-site
Contract
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
Position: Mechanical CAD Drafter (Contract)
Location: Boston, MA
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Employment Type: Contract (3–6 months, potential for extension)
We are partnering with an innovative, fast-growing organization to support their mechanical engineering team with additional CAD drafting resources. This is a hands-on opportunity to work closely with engineers in a collaborative, startup-style environment focused on hardware development and intelligent automation. This role is ideal for early-career professionals, including recent graduates who are technically strong and proficient with modern CAD tools.
Key Responsibilities
- Create and revise detailed mechanical part and assembly drawings
- Translate 3D models into accurate, manufacturing-ready 2D documentation
- Support hardware development projects through clean, well-structured CAD deliverables
- Collaborate closely with mechanical and electrical engineering team members
- Ensure drawings align with GD&T and manufacturing standards
- Provide CAD models to support simulation and analysis workflows
Required Qualifications
- 1+ year of mechanical drafting experience, or strong internship/co-op/project experience
- Proficiency with SolidWorks; experience with Onshape is a plus
- Familiarity with simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS) is preferred
- Strong attention to detail and understanding of manufacturing best practices
- Comfortable working onsite in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
- Clear communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
Benefits & Perks
- Work in a highly collaborative, supportive startup-style environment
- Gain hands-on experience supporting real-world hardware and product development
- Opportunity to build practical CAD and documentation experience alongside experienced engineers
- Exposure to cutting-edge technology and a fast-moving development cycle
Required Skills
GD&T
2D and 3D modeling
Manufacturing documentation
Onshape
Mechanical CAD drafting
Simulation tools (ANSYS)
SolidWorks